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Old 01-18-2012, 05:27 PM
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Hi Guys,
I just picked up a new in box GP Shoestring Racer 1/4 scale arf and was wondering what would be a good engine choice? I have a Tower pro 75 that I can use with a pitts muffler, but would that be enough power? Would an os 90 or 120 ax be a better choice? I been away from glow engine s for a few years and been flying mostly electrics but could not resist this 1/4 scale Shoestring. Thanks in advance for your help.
Frank
Old 01-18-2012, 06:43 PM
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What's your intentions with the Shoestring, everyday sport flying or racing. I flew mine with an very old OS 61 FS. Plenty of power for everyday flying. Put over 200 flights on the plane and engine, before I sold it and purchased another one. Just add a little wood in the landing gear area and you will be set to go. OBTW, I had to use 2 ounces of weight in the tail to get mine to balance with teh OS61. Therefore, my recommendation is the Tower Hobbies engine.
Old 01-18-2012, 07:29 PM
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Default RE: GP Shoestring 1/4 scale

I also have an OS 61 in mine. With a Pitts style muffler all fits in the cowl. Plenty of power. A friend has an OS 1.20 4 stroke in his. I don't see much difference. As Above, use the Tower Engine.
BTW, it's a great flyer.

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Old 01-18-2012, 08:06 PM
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Thanks guys for the replys. I won`t be racing, just a everyday flyer. The Tower 75 looks like it may be a good choice.
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Frank
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BTY, what were people doing to beef-up the landing gear area? Just gluing plywood inside the fuse?
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